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Rockford's Screw City Vintage Fest fosters intergenerational connections through the shared love for vintage items, with increasing participation amid the booming second-hand market.

Rockford's garbage collection will not occur on Christmas and New Year's Day, with pickup delayed by one day thereafter; Christmas trees will be collected January 6-16, 2025.

Meg's Daily Grind coffee shop held a special pop-up at Anderson Japanese Gardens, featuring hot cocoa with Santa, live music, and a unique holiday experience.

Edge Community Fellowship Church in Rockford hosts its annual free Santa meet-and-greet and toy giveaway event, fostering community engagement.

A vintage market in Loves Park, hosted by Lino's and partnering with Illinois vintage fest, attracted shoppers with an assortment of 80s and 90s clothing from approximately 20 vendors, showing strong community turnout and regional interest.

Demario Cole, 31, was arrested by the Illinois State Police SWAT team for allegedly delivering cannabis and cocaine after a house search in Rockford, Illinois.

Shawn Allen, 33, was arrested in Rockford, Illinois, for domestic battery and criminal property damage after allegedly battering a woman and destroying her phone.

Over 150 million U.S. shoppers hit stores on 'Super Saturday' before Christmas, boosting sales and bringing festive cheer to retailers like Rockford's B Jones and Synergy Collective.

In the 2022-23 school year, only 11.3% of Rockford School District 205 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations.

Former Rockford Sun area high school athletes will participate in college basketball games in the week of Dec.

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Christmas Eve Eve Services

All are welcome to join us as at 5:30 or 7pm we celebrate the birth of Jesus in an event called “Silent Night.“ Songs like Little Drummer Boy and other holiday favorites will be done by our Rockin’ Band, with Candles & Silent Night to close.

Christmas Eve Eve Services

All are welcome to join us as at 5:30 or 7pm we celebrate the birth of Jesus in an event called “Silent Night.“ Songs like Little Drummer Boy and other holiday favorites will be done by our Rockin’ Band, with Candles & Silent Night to close.

The Harlem Globetrotters Live in Rockford

The world-renowned Harlem Globetrotters will perform their iconic basketball tricks and entertaining antics at the BMO Center.

Cole Brandt Live at Rock River Bar & Grill

Cole Brandt will be performing live at the Rock River Bar & Grill located in Rockford Casino.

Rockford IceHogs vs. Texas Stars Hockey Match

Watch the Rockford IceHogs take on the Texas Stars at the BMO Center in Rockford, IL.

The Princess Bride: Behind the Scenes with Cary Elwes

Cary Elwes shares insights from his experience on the set of the beloved film 'The Princess Bride' following a screening of the movie.

Mozart Meets Mahler: An Evening of Classical Masterpieces

This concert features the works of Mozart and Mahler at the Coronado Performing Arts Center in Rockford, IL.